Yesterday was an awesome day. I drove to Charlotte to satisfy Julie and Lexi for espresso. We used to satisfy pretty commonly once I lived in NC however have relied on textual content and voice messages since I moved. Thankfully a well-timed textual content thread made a espresso date come to fruition and it was so, so good for thus many causes.
To begin with, it’s enjoyable to “discuss store” with different OG bloggers. Running a blog has at all times been a novel enterprise however in at this time’s world of influencers, social media, and 1,000,000 methods to earn a living on-line, it’s gotten much more uncommon. I’ve mates with companies all alongside the web spectrum (promoting programs, digital merchandise, with 1,000,000 IG followers, and so on) and all have very completely different communities, methods, and a few even have groups of individuals. Getting to talk with two different bloggers, who’re additionally extremely plugged in mothers in the same part of life with comparable values, is so useful. We simply get one another.
And that’s why over time they’ve change into expensive mates to me. Discovering girlfriends who assist, uplift, cheer on, have empathy, and are truthfully simply enjoyable to brainstorm and chat with is such a present.
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The day prior, September 1, I had the chance to hang around with neighbor mates to rejoice an important day. A few of you realize already proper? I imply, September 1…?
It’s HARRY POTTER DAY, the primary day again to lessons at Hogwarts and us Harry Potter nerds, ahem, fans, prefer to mark the event. My good friend does it so nicely with decorations, video games (this 12 months was a themed triwizard event with three duties/video games), and everybody contributed themed snacks. With ages 2 to 42 in attendance, it’s nice enjoyable for all concerned.
For the reason that wizard youngsters are formally again at Hogwarts and my two muggles are formally again to a co-op schedule, it looks like the autumn season is upon us (regardless of the 95 diploma sauna exterior). Nevertheless, inside my house, fall has arrived. I adorned this week and the delicate change of texture and colours has began to make the mornings and evenings really feel cozy.
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Right now, in between IEW, Saxon math, and backyard membership duties, I’ll even be meal planning for Labor Day. It’s my favourite weekend of the 12 months and Nana, Kris, Cara, Kyla and Lacey are coming to spend it with us. We plan to crank down the AC, put out a ramification of snacks, and cheer on Kirby and the dawgs! Additionally, how about that LSU/Clemson recreation? Predictions? I feel Lane and LSU most likely have it within the bag however I’m hoping and cheering for a Dabo upset for my newly adopted hometown crew.
On the menu to date: smoked pork butt sandwiches with do-it-yourself pickles, Kris’ Mexican layered dip, watermelon, pigs in a blanket with a spicy mustard, veggies and dip, burgers and grilled corn, and onion dip. Not , however trying ahead to all of it nonetheless.
Regardless of our full days, I’m actually doing my finest to begin savoring the ‘ber months now. They’re my absolute favourite. Kicking factor off with September, which incorporates Labor Day weekend, my Hailey woman turning 15 (how?!), faculty soccer with mates, soccer video games to observe, and my birthday thrown in there, too. I’m a planner so it helps me to look forward and see what’s in retailer for the week, however then I hold reminding myself to simply dwell within the day.
I’m most likely a little bit behind on my guidelines of admin duties. I’ve a cyst on my noggin I have to name and schedule to take away per my dermatologist. The ladies want haircut appointments. I have to drop off Finley’s “enterprise” for her common fecal analysis (ew). I’ve do-it-yourself bone broth that I have to can at this time. And I actually ought to determine what we’re carrying for household photos.
However I additionally acknowledge that feeling “caught up” on all the pieces is an phantasm. It’s not going to occur so I’m not going to let it stress me out. I’m simply going to bop alongside, checking off what I can and remembering that my fundamental focus is to be a gift and joyful spouse, mother, and good friend. Maybe that progesterone I began taking every week in the past is certainly working or maybe it’s simply realizing the ‘ber months are right here, however both method, it’s good to really feel busy with out feeling overwhelmed.
Wishing you a similar! <3
